Proverbs 25:28 (KJV)
28 He that hath no rule over his own spirit is like a city that is broken down, and without walls.
Month: August 2018
Proverbs 25:21,22
Proverbs 25:21,22 (KJV)
21 If thine enemy be hungry, give him bread to eat; and if he be thirsty, give him water to drink:
22 For thou shalt heap coals of fire upon his head, and the Lord shall reward thee.
Proverbs 25:18,19
Proverbs 25:18,19 (KJV)
18 A man that beareth false witness against his neighbour is a maul, and a sword, and a sharp arrow.
19 Confidence in an unfaithful man in time of trouble is like a broken tooth, and a foot out of joint.
Today’s Inspiration (08/24/2018)
God’s wrath is upon the wicked but His mercy is also upon those that repent. Therefore, love your enemies and pray for them.
Today’s Prayer (08/24/2018)
Daily Prayer:Oh Lord, help us to show kindness to everyone around us. May Your love shine through us and into other people’s lives. I pray that more people will be uplifted while being in our presence and that they will be at peace. That the Holy Spirit will take over the atmosphere and give them rest. It is You that lifts us up, therefore, we are to also lift up and love our neighbor. To showcase Your peace, while among them is an amazing gift and only You could help us do such things. We know that we ourselves are incapable of living a life of charity but with You in our lives, we are more than conquerors. You lead us to love those that hate us. Even those people that hurt us, You help us forgive them. In this life, where so many hurtful things happen to us every day, You help us show mercy to these people. Your compassion takes over our lives and gives us over to be kind and considerate of everyone’s needs. Yes Lord, You help us put others’ lives first. You give us over to pray for our enemies and help us continue to bless them. This is the happiness You give. We are just so grateful that You can use us for Your kingdom. For You to shine down on us and other people, through us, is a gift that we cherish. I love You Lord. Amen.
We Are To Love Our Enemies
It is better to pray and love on those that are mean to us, then have God’s wrath be upon us also. Jesus said, “bless them that curse you, and pray for them which despitefully use you.”
Luke 6:26-28
Luke 6:26-28 (KJV)
26 Woe unto you, when all men shall speak well of you! for so did their fathers to the false prophets.
27 But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you,
28 Bless them that curse you, and pray for them which despitefully use you.
shall be measured to you again.
Today’s Inspiration #2 (08/23/2018)
Abiding in the Lord is what keeps us on the right path and in His light. Otherwise there is only darkness.
Today’s Inspiration #1 (08/23/2018)
Be a witness for Christ. Allow the Lord to use you for His kingdom. Follow His counsel and be led in His light.
Today’s Inspiration (08/22/2018)
lift up one another. Love on others, even where they are now in their sins. May they find encouragement through you and the Lord.
Proverbs 24:28,29
Proverbs 24:28,29 (KJV)
28 Be not a witness against thy neighbour without cause; and deceive not with thy lips.
29 Say not, I will do so to him as he hath done to me: I will render to the man according to his work.
Proverbs 24:23-25
Proverbs 24:23-25 (KJV)
23 These things also belong to the wise. It is not good to have respect of persons in judgment.
24 He that saith unto the wicked, Thou are righteous; him shall the people curse, nations shall abhor him:
25 But to them that rebuke him shall be delight, and a good blessing shall come upon them.
Proverbs 24:17,18
Proverbs 24:17,18 (KJV)
17 Rejoice not when thine enemy falleth, and let not thine heart be glad when he stumbleth:
18 Lest the Lord see it, and it displease him, and he turn away his wrath from him.
Today’s Inspiration (08/21/2018)
Deep down, we all know when we sin. Please do not cover it up but be open about it with God and man. Come to Jesus and repent!
Today’s Prayer (08/21/2018)
Daily Prayer:Oh Lord, please help those in the faith understand the importance of repentance. May they come to realize how short this life is and get right with You before it is too late. It is such a foolish thing to put off our day of repentance but too many decide to do so and are paying the consequences, come judgement. Oh how fearful that day is for the wicked. I just pray Lord, that less people that proclaim to be Christians do not fall into this category. I know that many so-called Christians are already on a path to destruction and hell awaits them. This saddens me deeply. Because they decided to live a different life than what You instructed in scripture, they will be judged according to their knowledge. And I know that when You said to not call you Lord, if I do not do what You say, You meant it. For we will not be accepted into Your kingdom if we were not for You in this life. I know now how important it really is to be made right in Your presence. To be made clean is so important. Now that the Holy Spirit is in my life, I never want to quench it or be left alone. If I am in sin, I want to know and repent immediately. I know that it is better to turn from my sins and have forgiveness, then pay the price later. You are my God and it is my desire to live for You. I love You more than the things of this world. Amen.
After Death Comes The Judgement
Those that die in their faith, have done more than just believe. They have realized that faith without works is dead and therefore did as God’s Word says.
Proverbs 24:12
Proverbs 24:12 (KJV)
12 If thou sayest, Behold, we knew it not; doth not he that pondereth the heart consider it? and he that keepeth thy soul, doth not he know it? and shall not he render to every man according to his works?
Proverbs 24:3,4
Proverbs 24:3,4 (KJV)
3 Through wisdom is an house builded; and by understanding it is established:
4 And by knowledge shall the chambers be filled with all precious and pleasant riches.
Today’s Inspiration (08/20/2018)
As Christians, we are not to go to the bars or to get drunk. Instead, we are sober minded and allow the Holy Spirit to come in.
Today’s Prayer (08/20/2018)
Daily Prayer:Oh Lord, I pray for those that are addicted to drinking alcohol. My heart is saddened to see these people destroying their lives. So many marriages are shattered because of spouses and even children getting drunk. Unnecessary contention is stirred up because of alcohol. There is so much sadness and depression because of this drug. Lord, convict every person with this addiction that what they are doing is wrong. Help them know that when they drink, they are not only hurting their own lives but the people they are around. May they come to realize the gravity of their situation with the people they are around and You. Help them know that until their chains are broken, their lusts for these things will never stop. Only You can scatter the darkness and lead us into Your light. We are not able to be sober minded on our own but You can help us overcome all things. We are overcomers with You in our life, Jesus. May more Christians learn the importance of fighting against sin and no longer abide in it. Help them understand the importance of raising their shield of faith, in order to fight against temptation. It is when we let our guard down is when things start to fall apart. So we ask You, Lord, to lead us and guide us. Help us to be warriors for Your cause. Your love surpasses the happiness of this world, for Your love is greater. There is so much more joy in Your presence. We love You. Amen.
Consequences To Alcohol
Solomon continued to say, “Let not thine heart envy sinners.” It is unwise to want what they have. It also very foolish to be partakers in their same sins.
Proverbs 23:29-33
Proverbs 23:29-33 (KJV)
29 Who hath woe? who hath sorrow? who hath contentions? who hath babbling? who hath wounds without cause? who hath redness of eyes?
30 They that tarry long at the wine; they that go to seek mixed wine.
31 Look not thou upon the wine when it is red, when it giveth his colour in the cup, when it moveth itself aright.
32 At the last it biteth like a serpent, and stingeth like an adder.
33 Thine eyes shall behold strange women, and thine heart shall utter perverse things.
Proverbs 23:23-25
Proverbs 23:23-25 (KJV)
23 Buy the truth, and sell it not; also wisdom, and instruction, and understanding.
24 The father of the righteous shall greatly rejoice: and he that begetteth a wise child shall have joy of him.
25 Thy father and thy mother shall be glad, and she that bare thee shall rejoice.
Proverbs 23:19-21
Proverbs 23:19-21 (KJV)
19 Hear thou, my son, and be wise, and guide thine heart in the way.
20 Be not among winebibbers; among riotous eaters of flesh:
21 For the drunkard and the glutton shall come to poverty: and drowsiness shall clothe a man with rags.
Proverbs 23:7
Proverbs 23:7 (KJV)
7 For as he thinketh in his heart, so is he: Eat and drink, saith he to thee; but his heart is not with thee.
Today’s Inspiration (08/19/2018)
If your faith is in Jesus, I ask, is it alive? Are you filled with the Holy Spirit or is your faith dry? Think about it.
Today’s Prayer (08/19/2018)
Daily Prayer:Oh Lord, thank You for this glorious day. Thank You for leading me to the home of Angela and Toni, about six months back. It has been a great journey and I am so grateful that it has led us to this day of baptism. To see them finally get to the point where their lives have been given over to You in faith is amazing to witness. Then, to see them take the next step and repent and be baptized is awesome. Lord, two weeks back, You spoke through me about baptism and they responded in a big way. I know that You did it all that day. You opened their hearts to baptism and helped them understand the meaning and importance. I am grateful for that today and today and give You all the glory. Yes God, on this glorious day, these two women have been baptized and received You into their lives. You have taken them in and saved them. They have been brought forth into Your kingdom. Thank You for their willing hearts to come to You fully. It is such a pleasure to be there for them in this moment of their lives. I just pray that they remember the importance of this day and never forget it. May they continue to call upon Your Name and repent. I trust in You, Jesus. I love You Lord. Amen.
Baptisms: Angela And Toni
Next up for baptism was Toni. And her having back problems, Gage and I helped her into the water. The three of us men then helped support Toni, as I got ready to baptize her.
Acts 2:37,38
Acts 2:37,38 (KJV)
37 Now when they heard this, they were pricked in their heart, and said unto Peter and to the rest of the apostles, Men and brethren, what shall we do?
38 Then Peter said unto them, Repent, and be baptized every one of you in the name of Jesus Christ for the remission of sins, and ye shall receive the gift of the Holy Ghost.
Praise Report: Baptisms (08/19/2018)
Praise Report: Two women that I’ve been doing Bible studies with for the last 6 months have given their lives to Christ. Today, they demonstrated that faith and were baptized in the river. Angela and Toni even gave me the privilege to baptize them. It was beautiful in every way. God be praised. I give God all the glory.
